Our Equine Opthalmology Services
The Equine Ophthalmology Service at the Veterinary Medical Center at Ohio State offers state-of-the-art ophthalmology service for all equids, including, but not limited to horses, ponies and foals.
Service Highlights
- Board certified equine ophthalmology specialists and horse ophthalmologists
- State-of-the-art hospital facilities, including intensive care unit staffed 24 hours a day by certified animal health technicians
- See Internal Medicine for consulting boarded specialists
- Support services: diagnostic imaging/radiology, anesthesiology, reproductive care, cardiology
Appointments & Office Hours
- Office hours: Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Patient visits by appointment. Emergencies scheduled as needed by owner or referring veterinarian.
- For an appointment: 614-292-6661, ext. 2
- After-hour emergencies: 614-292-6661
What to Expect
See Your Visit for what to expect.
Special Equipment & Technology
See Equine Medicine & Surgery for complete list.
Clinicians
- Anne Gemensky Metzler, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVO, Professor- Clinical, Section Head
- Eric Miller, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVO, Assistant Professor- Clinical
- Georgina Newbold, DVM, DACVO, Assistant Professor- Clinical
Residents
- Ashley Bendlin, DVM
- Maggie Jinks, DVM
- Nathaniel Violette, DVM
Technicians
- Chris Basham, RVT
- Gina Dodge, RVT
- Robin Richardson, RVT, Supervisor
Assistants
- Brad Hogshead
- Shelby Moorehead
Payment
Payment is expected at the time of your visit. Please read our payment policy for complete information.
All equine inpatient cases (animals staying overnight at least one night) are required to pay a deposit at the time the animal is admitted to the hospital. Payment is due upon release of an inpatient from the hospital. See Your Visit for more information.
